We are currently reviewing and updating our Sticky Knowledge Organisers to ensure they highlight the core knowledge that we want children to remember.
Below are this term's revised Sticky Knowledge Organisers.
Sticky Knowledge Organisers
What is a Knowledge Organiser?
A Knowledge Organiser is a document designed to help children remember the key facts, vocabulary, and concepts for a topic. At Penponds:
- EYFS and KS1: One page (A4) organiser per topic.
- KS2: Usually two pages – one for the topic and another for science.
- Contains:
- Key facts ("sticky knowledge") to learn.
- Vocabulary to understand and use.
Benefits of Knowledge Organisers
- Clear & accessible: Designed for both children and adults to easily understand.
- Helps memory: Shows the bigger picture, making it easier for the brain to retain information.
- Builds progression: Organisers grow in complexity as children move up the school.
- Reinforces learning: Makes links between past and present knowledge, helping move facts into long-term memory.
How Can My Child Use It at Home?
- Read through it together: Talk about what your child already knows and what they’re going to learn.
- Discuss key vocabulary: Help them understand new words.
- Use their ‘Sticky Knowledge’ home book: Children can:
- Draw, write, or make models related to the topic.
- Research definitions or explore ideas.
- Practise spellings and Maths KIRFs (Key Instant Recall Facts).
- Older children might also complete grammar tasks to help prepare for secondary school.
Memory Scrapbooks
- A personalised learning scrapbook that follows each child through their years at Penponds.
- Contains:
- Sticky Knowledge Organisers.
- Individual memory work showing what they’ve learnt, in their own way.
- Emphasis on ownership: Children decide how to present their knowledge – it’s unique and memorable to them.
Memory Cafes
At the end of each topic:
- Children share their Memory Scrapbooks with friends over a snack.
- They review what they’ve learnt and update their scrapbooks if they’ve missed anything.
- This regular review supports long-term memory and helps children feel proud of their learning journey.
Why it matters:
"If children can’t remember it, we may as well have never taught it."
